Making Your Summer Count - Prepping for the New Year!

Danielle Dimas
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30
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Course length
Multi Device
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4.82
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Description

Curious about the key steps and strategies that can help you start the new school year with confidence and enthusiasm? Summer break presents a valuable opportunity for educators to reflect on the past year, set goals, and engage in professional development to enhance their teaching practice. Join Danielle Dimas for this timesaving, to the point session as she shares how to effectively plan and prepare for the upcoming school year including tips for classroom setup, curriculum and lesson planning, and classroom management. Get ready to make your summer count and set yourself up for a fantastic new school year! Danielle's expertise in educational leadership will provide you with the tools and resources you need to streamline your classroom preparations so you can focus on building relationships and delivering high-quality instruction once the school year begins.

Objectives

Recall the key elements of classroom setup and their role in fostering an engaging learning environment. Explain the significance of reviewing curriculum objectives and standards and the advantages of integrating innovative teaching methodologies and resources. Apply their understanding of professional development opportunities to select suitable workshops, conferences, or online courses that correspond to their objectives and interests. Analyze past classroom management approaches to identify areas for refinement and establish rules, routines, and procedures to promote a positive and organized learning atmosphere. Evaluate various communication methods with students and parents to determine their effectiveness and choose appropriate strategies, such as newsletters, digital platforms, or parent-teacher meetings. Develop a comprehensive plan encompassing classroom arrangement, curriculum design, lesson planning, professional growth, classroom discipline, and communication strategies with students and parents for the forthcoming academic year.

Key Take Aways

• Discover the essential elements of classroom setup and how to create a welcoming atmosphere that promotes student participation and interaction. • Gain insight into various classroom management approaches for establishing rules, routines, and procedures that promote a positive and organized learning atmosphere. • Explore innovative strategies to align curriculum with educational goals, leverage new teaching approaches, and enhance student learning outcomes. • Learn how to effectively select professional learning opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses that align with your objectives and interests.

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Danielle Dimas

Danielle Dimas, a literacy coach with over 16 years in education, has held leadership roles in Houston school districts. She supports teachers through coaching, professional development, and instructional leadership, driven by her passion for empowering educators and enhancing student outcomes.
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Instructional Literacy Coach

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